Through these Sundays before Christmas we are looking at the four candles of advent: hope, peace, joy, and love. This week we are looking at peace and asking ourselves the question: How do we live as people of peace?

In the Christmas story, angels came to some shepherds and said: "Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace." I wonder if you are feeling at peace today or does peace seem in short supply lately? Join us on Sunday when we will look at how we can find peace in the different aspects of our life.

Please pray for Pastor Dayle and the team as they prepare for Sunday's service. We are looking forward to what God is going to do this Sunday!

Scripture: Luke 2:13-14

We have two special Christmas services planned this year, and we can't wait to celebrate this season with you! These services are thoughtfully planned for visitors to come and experience our church and the love of Jesus. Here's what you can expect:

Carol Sing Service at 10am on December 14th

1. Christmas Carols

2. A musical performance from the children

3. A message on how joy can last in our life

4. Christmas treats

Christmas Eve Service at 5pm on December 24th 

1. Warm drinks

2. Christmas carols and special music

3. An encouraging message about the birth of Jesus

Here are a few ways you can participate:

1. These are perfect opportunities to invite your friends, neighbours, and family! Use a printed invitation or share the Christmas Eve Reel on Social Media.

2. Sign up for greeting or serving. Email josh@crbaptist.bc.ca

3. Please pray that God will use our Christmas Eve service for His glory!

We will have Christmas cookies and treats available after next Sunday's Carol Sing Service. If you are able to help us out by dropping off some festive Christmas treats, please sign up in the foyer following the service this Sunday. We're looking for cookies, squares, brownies, fudge, bark, etc. Treats will need to be dropped off at the church prior to next Sunday's service (December 14th).

Thank you so much to everyone who has been putting Christmas hampers together! We are hoping to bless 40 families this year with Christmas Food Hampers, and we've almost reached our goal. If you are in need this year, let us know! If you know someone who might be blessed by a hamper, please ask them to contact our office. 

Would you like to make a Christmas Food Hamper this year? 

On Sunday we will have an info table in the foyer with grocery lists for those who would like to participate in making the Christmas Food hampers! 

Please be sure to return hampers to CRBC by Sunday, December 14th.

We are so grateful for the continued generosity of this community and your commitment to our church. As the leadership and board look ahead, they see many exciting upgrades and building projects that will ensure the longevity and consistency of our ministry, and aid in the success of our vision. Please pray about whether you would like to consider donating to a specific project, as outlined in the document linked below. Thank you for considering supporting CRBC in this way!

Dear CRBC Family,

We would like to bless our amazing CRBC staff by taking a love offering for them. You may give towards this love offering until December 25, 2025. We also have provided cards (available at the Giving Kiosk) for encouraging our staff and volunteers, if you would like to express your thanks for this year of ministry.

The offering can be made by the following means:

Giving Boxes on Sunday morning - Cash, Cheque, Debit/Credit (please write on envelope "Staff Love Offering")

E-Transfer to giving@crbaptist.bc.ca with the message "Staff Love Offering"

Online Giving through website adding "Staff Love Offering" in the note/memo line

Please note: A tax receipt will not be issued for this offering.

All year end donations must be received by December 31st to be eligible for a 2025 tax receipt. If you are giving in person, by cash or cheque, the deadline is noon. All online and electronic donations must be received by 11:59 PM.

Thank you for supporting the ministry of CRBC so faithfully in 2025! We are so grateful for your generosity, and have seen it impact our community in countless ways.

1) In-Person - Sunday Mornings or the Office (Mon-Thurs 9-4)

2) E-transfer - giving@crbaptist.bc.ca 

3) Click Here to Give Online through Tithe-ly

4) Click Here for Pre-Approved Withdrawal  

If you require any help please contact Jackie at bookkeeper@crbaptist.bc.ca

Please join us in prayer for the following:

Fellowship National Denomination

Fellowship Board and Staff

Missionary of the Month:

Brody & Alison Naknakim

Local Church of the Week:

Ocean Crest Salvation Army